Health & Safety
Your children's health and safety is paramount. From the sniffles to bumps and bruises, we help you prevent and treat the most common childhood health problems. We also cover safety, whether at home, at school, or online.
Physical neglect: Lasting consequences of growing up hungry, cold, unhealthy, and unsafe
When a child lacks food, clothing, and a safe and sound home, that’s physical neglect. Learn about the long term effects and how you can help a child in this situation.
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Growing up with a parent with mental illness: The lifelong impact
1 in 5 adults are living with mental illness means children are at a higher risk of abuse and neglect. How can you help a child cope with these challenges?
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Growing up with addicted parents and the adult children of addicts
Studies have found connections between childhood trauma and addiction. Limiting adverse childhood experiences or ACEs is the most cost-effective approach, especially for children growing up with drug addicted parents.
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Effects of witnessing domestic violence on children: What happens to kids when they grow up
Children who witness domestic violence are at risk for many negative effects when they grow up. But there is hope that they can learn to break the cycle.
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Effects of divorce on children in the long term
The long term consequences of divorce can impact a child into adulthood. The lasting effects lead to a self-perpetuating cycle of divorce seen today.
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Physical abuse of children: The long term effects that never go away
Growing up with physically abusive parents means kids are more likely to have trouble at school, difficulties connecting with others, and a higher risk of developing health complications and diseases as adults.
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